Best Connor Thompson Podcasts (2025)

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Alex Hutchinson - We're Hardwired To Explore—And Risk 58:50

10h ago58:50

58:50

Talking points: genetics, culture, psychology, parenting I'm the kid who's always running to see what's over the next hill, so I'm both grateful and excited to have Alex on the show. His latest book is incredible, and gets to the science of how we're actually happier with a little less predictability in so many parts of our lives. If you're someone…

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David Joseph Craig, Brian Crano and Amy Miller guest 58:40

4h ago58:40

58:40

Doug welcomes David Joseph Craig, Brian Crano and Amy Miller to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Gene Principe and Kenny Albert discuss incredible start to Stanley Cup Final 1:23:24

4d ago1:23:24

1:23:24

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about the incredible Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and the Oilers taking a 1-0 series lead. SportsNet host Gene Principe then joins the show to react to Game 1, all the years covering the Oilers, his favorite memories on the broadcasts and reaction to Wayne Gretzky in…

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The Fall Of Men: Why Men Are In Decline 21:45

4d ago21:45

21:45

Talking points: culture, psychology, masculinity I've covered the data behind this multiple times. A lot of men—not just in North America but globally—are struggling. Today I want to spark some dialogue by bringing some attention to what I think are just a few of the underlying reasons. And I want your thoughts, too. Comment if you're on Spotify, D…

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Amy Miller, Edith Salvatore and Johnny Taylor Jr. guest 17:36

1d ago17:36

17:36

Doug laments a lost recording from Rooster T. Feathers in Sunnyvale, CA. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jamie Elizabeth Thompson - Beyond Surface-Level Intimacy 49:17

7d ago49:17

49:17

Talking points: sex, relationships, culture Editor's Note: FYI team, had some audio snafus that we did our best to remedy. Thanks for your understanding! Grateful that Jamie and I sat down to talk all things intimate relationships. From how culture keeps shaping what men and women respond to, desire, and miss out on, to helping both yourself and he…

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Eddie Olczyk discusses Connor McDavid’s greatness, the Stanley Cup Final 56:53

10d ago56:53

56:53

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about the Oilers beating the Stars to advance to the Stanley Cup Final. They discuss Connor McDavid making a massive impact and Nate’s experiences yelling in the locker room. NHL on TNT analyst Eddie Olczyk then joined Nate and JSB. They discuss the Kentucky Derby and h…

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Ending The Anxious/Avoidant Relational Deathtrap 19:58

11d ago19:58

19:58

Talking points: attachment, relationships, psychology If you're the more anxious type and you're dating someone more avoidant (or vice versa), it can create a whole realm of intensity that many people find hard to fathom. It's the best and worst of the old saying "opposites attract". Here's how to lower the temperature and move towards something mo…

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Keith Yandle discusses the Conference Finals, Panthers’ success, broadcasting 1:07:02

13d ago1:07:02

1:07:02

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about the Panthers being a win away from ending the Hurricanes season. They also get into the Oilers-Stars series and how key Corey Perry has been for the Oilers being up 2-1. Former NHL player and Spittin’ Chiclets podcast host Keith Yandle then joins Nate and JSB. Yan…

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Why You Need Male Friends 14:33

14d ago14:33

14:33

Talking points: masculinity, mental health, friendship Short but important one, team. I'm sure you've seen the memes that go something like "Is the cure for male loneliness pickleball?" Maybe you've rolled your eyes at them more than once. I have. Nevertheless, the data is clear, and a lot of men out there are starved of quality friend time. Here's…

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Rob Huebel, Natalie Morales, Lamorne Morris and Paul Scheer guest 1:32:45

8d ago1:32:45

1:32:45

Live from Dynasty Typewriter in LA, Doug welcomes Rob Huebel, Natalie Morales, Lamorne Morris and Paul Scheer to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Are You Letting Her Bad Behavior Make YOU The Bad Guy? 12:57

18d ago12:57

12:57

Talking points: relationships Yes, that's a provocative title. Yes, listen to the whole thing. No, this isn't men being mad at women. This is what I've seen time and again, plus what I've been told by multiple women and couples I've worked with, and it's something both parties are responsible for. (00:00:00) - The factor good men are missing (00:04…

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Pete Blackburn discusses Conference Finals, Leafs' exit, Sweeney extension 1:09:03

20d ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about the Maple Leafs season ending in their Game 7 loss to the Panthers. What Chaos! podcast host and CBS Sports NHL writer Pete Blackburn then joins Nate and JSB. Blackburn gets into the Maple Leafs season ending, the Bruins rough season, Brad Marchand in a Panthers u…

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Navigating The Two Biggest Attachment Styles 1:03:35

21d ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Talking points: psychology, attachment theory We've had a LOT of newcomers recently, and I'm getting some great questions around what attachment theory means for men specifically. To that end, I've made you all a compilation; an episode chock-full of info on the two most common styles! One that cuts through the jargon and gives you some things you …

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Chad Daniels, Dan Sebree and Troy Tate guest 1:13:22

21d ago1:13:22

1:13:22

Live from Commonwealth Sanctuary in Dayton, KY, Doug welcomes Chad Daniels, Dan Sebree and Troy Tate to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jeremy Roenick discusses Maple Leafs-Panthers, playoffs, making the Hall of Fame 1:01:36

24d ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about Julie’s experience at the Game 5 blowout in Toronto and Nate’s WHL broadcasting adventures. Hockey Hall of Famer Jeremy Roenick then joins Nate and JSB. Roenick discusses getting into the Hall of Fame, what has changed in his life the past few years, reacting to t…

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A Man's Guide To Healing The Mother Wound 33:45

25d ago33:45

33:45

Talking points: psychology, masculinity If you've ever found yourself in strange push-pull dynamics, self-sabotaged relationships, or just feel like you never get it "right" with women, this may be your podcast. I see a lot of men battle their mommy (and daddy) issues instead of healing them. Let's change that. (00:00:00) - Intro, what a “mother wo…

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Brian Boyle discusses Maple Leafs-Panthers series, Hurricanes surprising Capitals 56:49

27d ago56:49

56:49

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show talking about Nate calling the WHL games in Canada. They break down the Oilers now being Stanley Cup favorites, being one win away from the Western Conference Finals and the Hurricanes now being a win away from knocking out the Capitals. NHL Network, NESN, MSG Network analyst a…

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Alex Petkas Returns - Julius Caesar: Model Of Masculinity? 1:03:26

28d ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Talking points: history, psychology, mindset, culture Like George Santayana said, those who do not learn from the past are condemned to repeat it. There's so much we can learn about ourselves, where we come from, and what needs our attention when we study the past. Grateful for the host of Cost of Glory, Alex Petkas, coming back on the show to lay …

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Guy Branum, Geoff Tate and Justin Thompson guest 1:14:07

29d ago1:14:07

1:14:07

Live from Zanies in Rosemont, Doug welcomes Guy Branum, Geoff Tate and Justin Thompson to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Jason Demers discusses Oilers and Maple Leafs up 2-0, Ducks hiring Quenneville 57:19

1M ago57:19

57:19

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up the show reacting to the controversial no-call in the Golden Knights-Oilers series and Edmonton taking a 2-0 series lead. They also get into Nate’s journey to Medicine Hat to call the WHL Championship. Former NHL player, NHL Network analyst and “Unscripted” podcast host Jason Demers the…

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Why You're Failing With Women: 3 Things To Know 17:57

1M ago17:57

17:57

Talking points: relationships, mindset I see so many men struggle with this, without ever knowing why. Part of it's the realities of modern dating, but there's a few things you can do to rise above. Listen in. (00:00:00) - Here’s the situation (00:04:32) - Stop overfunding the account in an effort to get something (00:06:51) - Be her best option, b…

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Rick Bowness discusses coaching the Jets, miracle Game 7 win, Stars matchup 54:02

1M ago54:02

54:02

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up reacting to Nate’s trip to the Kentucky Derby and the thrilling two Game 7’s to finish the first round of the playoffs. Former NHL head coach and NHL TNT analyst Rick Bowness then joined Nate and JSB. Bowness discusses the Jets’ Game 7 win, the atmosphere in the building, his coaching e…

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Sahil Bloom - Building Wealth, Not Just Dollars 50:38

1M ago50:38

50:38

Talking points: money, success, mindset, finances Grateful to have the thoughtful and straightforward advice of Sahil Bloom when it comes to wealth—minus the get-rich-quick schemes and "hacks" you see too often on social media. We covered a ton, from financial skill development and a healthy relationship with money, to how you balance that with wha…

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Danny Hill, Samm Levine and Daniella Pineda guest 59:12

1M ago59:12

59:12

Doug welcomes Danny Hill, Samm Levine and Daniella Pineda to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Stanley Cup playoff first round reactions, Pat Maroon discusses newfound retirement 49:01

1M ago49:01

49:01

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up reacting to the Maple Leafs taking down the Senators to advance to the next round. They also break down what happened to the Kings, losing four straight games to the Oilers. Longtime NHL winger and three-time Stanley Cup champion Pat Maroon then joins Nate and JSB as he discusses retiri…

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A Man's Guide To Leading Through Conflict 27:10

1M ago27:10

27:10

Talking points: conflict, relationships You're going to get into arguments. There will be differences of opinion. But what if those were gateways to something more? Today, the latest in the Man's Guide series. (00:00:00) - Choose someone you’re willing to conflict with, and be someone she’s willing to conflict with, too. (00:04:11) - Your nervous s…

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Mark Messier talks Stanley Cup playoffs, Rangers drama, Game 7 53:02

1M ago53:02

53:02

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up discussing the Capitals-Canadiens series so far. Hockey Hall of Famer, six-time Stanley Cup champion, Game 7 founder and ESPN NHL analyst Mark Messier then joins the show. Messier discusses the thrilling Kings-Oilers series, key role players, Jack Eichel’s struggles, his dynamic on ESPN…

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TheTinMen - Men In Crisis: Stereotypes Vs Solutions 1:10:04

1M ago1:10:04

1:10:04

Talking points: masculinity, isolation, culture, suicide Look, Netflix's Adolescence was solid. But like anything Hollywood, it's not the whole picture. The big picture is complex, systemic, and deeply uncomfortable—and we seem to have built a culture that simply doesn't want to talk about it meaningfully and practically. I'm grateful for men like …

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Samm Levine, Bobby Moynihan and Ellory Smith guest 55:44

1M ago55:44

55:44

Doug welcomes Samm Levine, Bobby Moynihan and Ellory Smith to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Mike Johnson discusses the Maple Leafs’ big series lead, first round of playoffs 1:07:10

2M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up breaking down the first round of the playoffs so far. Former NHL winger, NHL Network and TSN analyst Mike Johnson then joins Nate and JSB. Johnson discusses the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 series lead, whether they can win the Stanley Cup, who he is rooting for from the teams he played for, the Wi…

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On Porn: How To Quit Relapsing 18:57

2M ago18:57

18:57

Talking points: mindset, addiction, porn It's a serious challenge. You're doing well, you think you've broken free—and suddenly you're back. This week, I dig into practical ways you can reinforce and reenergize your commitment. For more helpful info, check out my free guide here: https://training.mantalks.com/Quit (00:00:00) - Intro, and the first …

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Jonny Lazarus talks Stanley Cup playoff debate, Rangers coaching change 54:58

2M ago54:58

54:58

Energy Line with Nate Thompson and Julie Stewart-Binks open up breaking down some of the highlights from the first round so far of the Stanley Cup playoffs. They discuss what has stood out so far, which team has something to prove and Nate’s playoff memories. Daily Faceoff host and friend Jonny Lazarus then joins Nate and JSB. Lazzy gets into the R…

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Morgan Housel - The Art Of Money, Economic Madness, And Building Wealth 1:13:12

2M ago1:13:12

1:13:12

Talking points: culture, economics, mindset, debt, Ed Hardy To maybe understate things, it's a jungle out there right now, financially speaking. I've really enjoyed Morgan's books and perspective, so in early April, I asked him to come on. He shared TONS of insight on tariffs, what's next, how the average person can change their financial straights…

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Paget Brewster, Ami Canaan Mann and Ellory Smith guest 53:33

2M ago53:33

53:33

Doug welcomes Paget Brewster, Ami Canaan Mann and Ellory Smith to the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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